Income Tax Accountant

BYU Pathway; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A religious organization in Salt Lake City seeks a Tax Accountant to provide tax services for its expatriate population. The role involves preparing tax returns, coordinating with service providers, and resolving cross-border tax issues. A Bachelor's degree and CPA are required, along with strong communication skills and flexibility in duties. This position offers a good work-life balance and is part of a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Four years of individual income tax experience with a public accounting firm.
• Experience working for a Big 4 firm is preferred.
• Ability to explain complex tax issues clearly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review US individual income tax returns.
• Coordinate with external service providers for accurate non-US tax returns.
• Perform research and analysis of US tax issues.

Skills

Effective written and spoken communication skills

Flexibility with duties

Proficient use of technology

Spanish language skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

CPA license or similar

Tools

CCH ProSystem

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Salt Lake City, UT, United States (Hybrid)

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Job Description

This position is a Tax Accountant with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The position provides a range of tax services to support the church and its expatriate population in 70+ countries. The preferred candidate has an understanding of global mobility tax principles and has had exposure to a variety of tax issues in multiple jurisdictions. The position will be part of a team of experienced tax professionals working for an organization that emphasizes a good work-life balance.

Responsibilities

The role will primarily work on the following tasks:

• Prepare and review US individual income tax returns and tax equalization calculations for outbound and inbound expatriates with minimal supervision
• Coordinate with external and internal service providers to ensure that non-US tax returns and non-US payroll reporting are accurate and timely
• Perform research and analysis of US tax issues
• Identify and support resolution of cross border tax issues concerning treaties, shadow payroll, social security benefits, trailing liabilities, immigration, etc.
• Prepare applications for totalization certificates, Individual Tax Identification Numbers, and US tax residency certificates
• Communicate with the IRS and other tax authorities on behalf of clients

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business management or a related field.
• CPA license, Enrolled Agent license, or a state bar license
• Four years of individual income tax experience with a public accounting firm.
• Effective written and spoken communication skills and the ability to explain complex tax issues and recommendations in a manner that is useful to individuals with varying levels of tax expertise and across geographic boundaries and cultures
• Ability to be flexible with duties in order to meet deadlines
• Proficient use of technology including CCH ProSystem or similar tax preparation software, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and tax research services (BNA, CCH, LexisNexis, etc.)

Ability to sit for extended periods using computer equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with global mobility and services provided to outbound and inbound expatriates, dual-residency individuals, and resident and nonresident aliens
• Proficient Spanish language skills in a business setting
• Experience with bilateral income tax treaties and totalization agreements
• IRS Certifying Acceptance Agent (CAA)
• Experience working for a Big 4 firm

About Us

Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings— giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.

Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.

Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.

• Job Identification 369865
• Job Category FA - Finance & Accounting
• Locations 50 E North Temple St, Salt Lake City, UT, 84150, US (Hybrid)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Regular or Temporary Regular
• Worker Type Employee
• Number of Openings 1
• Worthiness Qualification Must be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and currently temple worthy.
• Posting Notice/More Info Please note that this job posting may close at any time without prior notice. Find out more about the many benefits of Church Employment at https://careers.churchofjesuschrist.org.

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